Rockets win on the road

MUNCIE, Ind. Oct. 3rd, 2026 — Toledo powered past Ball State, 39-24, in its MAC opener behind a dominant rushing attack that produced 352 yards. CJ Miller led the charge with a career-high 196 yards and two touchdowns, including a 68-yard fourth-quarter score that sealed the victory after Ball State pulled within eight. Quarterback John Alan Richter threw for 201 yards and a touchdown, while Connor Walendzak added 103 rushing yards and a score as the Rockets totaled 553 yards of offense. Toledo improved to 4-1 overall and 1-0 in MAC play with its fourth consecutive victory.